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A practical, well-illustrated guide to keeping reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates under glass that covers suitable animals, creating habitat, health, food, difficult species, plants and more. It

The most complete owner's manual for keeping all types of freshwater and saltwater fish in indoor tropical and coldwater aquariums and outdoor ponds.Choose the right fish for any water temperature--tr

This comprehensive guide is the most complete owner's manual for keeping all types of freshwater and marine fish. The book will take you through all the options in choosing the right fish for any wate

Crossbreeding between different types of dog is not a new phenomenon, and, over recent years, interest in crossbreeding has grown, partly due to curiosity but more significantly because the role of do

Anyone who has encountered a Border Terrier will know that although this is a relatively small breed of dog in terms of overall stature, it’s one with a big heart. Bold and fearless in true terrier fa

Practical advice on choosing a pet, housing, feeding, handling, showing and healthcare, with 800 photographs.

A comprehensive guide to the avian species with beautiful illustrations and a detailed natural-history introduction.

Fascinated by cats and kittens? If so, this is the perfect QED title for you. From the affectionate and loyal Maine Coon, to the elegant and majestic Siamese, you are sure to find your favourite breed

An extensive guide to more than 300 dog breeds, with detailed entries featuring high-quality photography and precise text.The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to more than 300 dog breeds from around the world.Authoritative text, crystal-clear photography, and a systematic approach make this the most comprehensive and concise pocket guide to dogs of the world. Packed with more than 1,000 full-color photographs of over 300 dog breeds, this handy reference book is designed to cut through the process of identification and help you to recognize a breed quickly and easily. Expertly written and thoroughly vetted, each entry combines a precise description with annotated photographs to highlight the characteristics and distinguishing features of each breed, while bands provide at-a-glance facts for quick reference. The introduction traces the evolution of the domestic dog, explains the difference between pedigrees and non-pedigrees, looks at how breeds are classified, and examines their

What is the difference between a bark and a growl? A whine and a whimper? What is your dog conveying to you – and, most importantly, are you listening? Understanding Your Dog has all the answers, from

Shows how to pick up signals and messages from dogs to understand their behavior and bond more closely.

A visual guide to birds, detailing identification, distribution, habitat, behaviour and feeding habits. It describes colourful and unusual species, including boobies, rails, toucanets, barbets, tinamo

Presents a guide to purebred cats according to such categories as hair color, exoticness, and size, along with basic information on caring for the animal and tables that match owners with cats based o

Only through true understanding can we form loving and lasting bonds with our feline companions, so it is doubly important that we learn to interpret the sounds and postures that they use to talk to u

A practical guide to caring for your pet, in step-by-step photographs. It is filled with useful information and guidance, from how to choose a kitten or cat, to feeding and healthcare. It also offers

A beautifully illustrated directory of common birds, their habitats and habits, with tips on birdwatching.

An authoritative directory of the birds of Europe, and African migration, with 500 detailed illustrations.

Science is now providing some remarkable insights into animal behavior, with crocodiles, for example, emerging as devoted parents, and elephants – like whales – able to communicate with each other acr

Holidaytivity provides all the push-out designs, stencils and creative card components you need to make 25 fun-packed holiday activities. The activities have been specially chosen to complement all-ye

With so many dog breeds available, it can be difficult to know which one to choose. How can you tell if your dog will bark and disturb the neighbors, will be good with your children, will need extra

A practical guide to caring for your pet, in step-by-step photographs. Suitable for 5- to 9-year-olds, it shows young readers how to get the most out of being a thoughtful and responsible pet owner. I